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c. Take a deep breath. Then place your mouth fully over theirs
and blow steadily for about one second, watching for the chest
to rise and open their nostrils. Ensure that the chest is going up
and down.

d. Ren1ove your mouth from theirs and take a deep breath.
Again, repeat the activity a, b and c. Continue to give 30 chest
compressions, followed by 2 breaths. Repeat it five tin1es. It is
useful to restore breathing.

Activity 4.5

Form different groups and sit in the classroom or on the ground.
Demonstrate the Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation method with the
help of the teacher.

4.6 First Aid during Accident and Injury

We have to do different activities during disasters at home, school
and other places. We may meet accidents, we may be injured or face
other health problems even if we are cautious. In such a situation,
we have to provide first aid and admit the injured person to the near-
est health institution as soon as possible. Here are smne accidents
and health problems.

A. Foreign Body in Eye

An object or something is stuck inside the eye is known as a foreign
body in the eye such as a small piece of dust, a wood chip, a metal
shaving, an insect, etc. If there is a foreign body in the eye, we feel
sharp pain, burning, and irritation in the eye. The eyes become wa-
tery and red. It can cause blindness if it is not treated promptly. We
should not rub our eyes with our fingers in this situation. First of
all, we should wash our hands with soap and water, and then we
should touch our eyes. We should flush the eyes with clean water.
We should help the person to seat comfortably. If there is any major
injury in the eye, we should cover it with a clean soft cloth or pad.

B. Foreign Bodies in Nose and Ear

Sometimes, an object or something can be stuck in the nose and ear.
It can cause pain and infection inside the nose and ear. We keep the

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